Colour measurement of high-visibility clothing according to DIN EN ISO 20471

Reflective high-visibility clothing must meet certain criteria in terms of colour and luminosity in order to be certified in accordance with DIN EN ISO 20471 >. In particular, the properties of the material must withstand certain stress tests during production. However, it must also be checked during use, after each cleaning, whether the colour and luminosity properties comply with DIN EN ISO 20471.

HunterLabs MiniScan EZ and ColorFlex EZ devices provide straightforward yet highly accurate measurements to ensure that the colour quality of high visibility garments meets the standard before they leave the factory or dry cleaner to provide adequate protection to the wearer in hazardous areas.

Our solutions for high-visibility clothing:

MiniScan EZ 4500

Portable colour measurement on the product
  • Precision at any location

    No matter where the sample is located, the MiniScan EZ goes with it. It is lightweight and can be used anywhere.
  • Compliant with standards

    The MiniScan EZ complies with DIN standards for safety colours, traffic signs, warning clothing and road markings.
  • Integrated QC software

    The integrated software offers all the required colour indices and metrics, and the results can also be transferred to the PC as an option.
MiniScan EZ
  • 45°/0° and diffuse/8°

    The MiniScan EZ is available in two geometries depending on the requirements of the application.
  • Large LCD display

    The large LCD display shows measured values and analyses simply and clearly in many languages.
  • Simple operation

    Easy to operate with one hand at the touch of a thumb. Battery-operated and therefore independent of power connections.

ColorFlex L2

Compact colorimetric station

  • Many different Port Plates

    Many Port Plates (13 mm, 19 mm, 25.4 mm, 31.8 mm) for many types of samples.

  • Compact dimensions

    With a weight of 2.75 kg and dimensions of 16 cm (height), 21 cm (width) and 24 cm (depth), the CFL2 is the ideal partner in the laboratory and production.

  • Integrated Essentials 2.0 QC software

    Colour location visualization, spectral curves, spectral data and PASS/FAIL with individual tolerances.

ColorFlex L2 Spectrophotometer
  • 45°/0° geometry

    The CFL2 measures colour as the human eye sees it.
    Every day.
    Reliable and precise.

  • In many versions

    The ColorFlex L2 is also available in Tomato and Coffee versions.

  • Easy to use and precise

    Support from Help Wizard.
    Reduces training time, optimizes the workflow and increases your productivity.

Application example:

Colour measurement of high-visibility clothing according to DIN EN ISO 20471

In addition to the size and shape of the clothing and the position of the retroreflective stripes, the DIN EN ISO 20471 standard for high-visibility clothing also specifies the requirements for the color and luminosity of the material. These must be met in particular after various test procedures with regard to stress and ageing, as well as in use after each cleaning, before delivery. Both the portable MiniScan EZ (4500L) handheld device and the ColorFlex EZ laboratory device from HunterLab are ideal for measuring the color of high-visibility clothing. These double-beam spectrophotometers have a 45°/0° measuring geometry in accordance with the standard and can output the measured values...

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Further information for you on this topic:

  • MiniScan EZ brochure

  • Measuring method for high-visibility clothing (PDF)

  • ColorFlex L2 brochure

HunterLab worldwide:

  • Europe / Middle East / Africa

    HunterLab Europe GmbH

  • Dr.-August-Einsele-Ring 15

    82418 Murnau

  • +49 8841 9464

Your local partner:

  • Headquarters, North / South America

    Hunter Associates Laboratory, Inc.

  • 11491 Sunset Hills Road

    Reston, VA 20190-5280

  • +1 571 470 6028

  • Asia-Pacific

    HunterLab Asia Limited
  • Flat E, 13F Leahander Centre,

    28 Wang Wo Tsai Street,
    Tsuen Wan,
    New Territories,
    Hong Kong

  • +852 2406 1723

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